2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |